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All checks are processed by First Job Services, which is recognised by the Disclosure and Barring Service as a Responsible Organisation for Basic Checks

PERSONAL DBS CHECK

Apply for your DBS Check online. Results sent securely in 24 hours. DBS Check certificate sent by post. 3 minute application form.

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EMPLOYER DBS CHECK

DBS Checks for your staff. Fast streamlined service. Dedicated account manager. Application Management from start to finish.

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3 MINUTE ONLINE APPLICATION

Whether you're an individual that requires a DBS Check for yourself or a company that needs to get DBS checks done for your employees, we can assist you. We have streamlined this process so that your application is processed completely online and ensure that your application is submitted accurately before submission. Obtaining a DBS Check is a quick 3 step process. We will require you to fill out a 3 minute application form then you will need to upload proof of identification. Once we have received this information we will get back to you within 24 hours with details of your DBS status and your certificate will follow within 1 to 5 days.

3 Step Process

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Start Application

Complete a quick online form with your details to start your DBS check

STEP 2

Verification

Verify yourself with Yoti, a government-approved identity service provider

STEP 3

Get Your Results

You’ll receive an electronic certificate by email and the document by post

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We provide an unrivalled online DBS check service. Our platform couldn’t be simpler to use. All you need to do is click Apply Now to get access to our quick details form (just three minutes to complete), upload your documents to our super easy-to-use portal, and that’s it. We offer the fastest registration and status return service available, with results within 24 hours of application.

Why choose us?

DBS checks reveal the criminal record of an individual. Any serious offences will show up on the check. A basic DBS check will reveal unspent convictions and a standard or enhanced DBS check will reveal both unspent and spent convictions. DBS checks are designed to safeguard vulnerable groups such as children or at-risk adults. It helps companies to apply safe recruitment procedures and it also allows organisations (including voluntary groups) to appoint people suitable for certain types of roles. Education and the health and care sectors are obvious areas of employment that require DBS checks. Other employers and organisations may include youth clubs, activity groups, third-party contractors working in schools, etc.

The Disclosure and Barring Service of England & Wales also gathers information from regulated activity employers if an employee leaves their role after harming somebody in their care. It is a legal requirement of employers in the UK to disclose this information to the DBS. It is also against the law for any person who has knowingly been barred from working in DBS regulated activities to apply for a job or work with the vulnerable group from which they have been barred. It is an offence for employers to knowingly recruit or hire someone that they know is barred.

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Our Disclosure & Barring Service Check (also known as a DBS Check, Basic Disclosure or CRB Check) is a criminal record check that discloses cautions, reprimands, warnings and unspent convictions according to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It was formed when the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) joined in 2012.

Fast & Secure DBS Check Online Application Service

Apply for your DBS Check (Disclosure & Barring Service) online in just 3 minutes. Provide us with your email address and basic details and our trained team of advisers will go through your application to ensure it goes through as fast as possible. You must be over the age of 16 to apply for a DBS Check and living in England, Wales or Northern Ireland. We send out the official document to your address in 1 to 5 working days.

Basic DBS Check

The Basic DBS check is a criminal record check that searches for any unspent convictions and conditional cautions that an applicant could have.

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Standard DBS Check

The Standard DBS Check is only available to employers. This allows an employer to check an applicant's criminal history for any cautions, warnings, reprimands and convictions. This is only available to employers.

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Enhanced DBS Check

The Enhanced DBS check shows the same information as a Standard DBS Check. This additionally includes any relevant information on the applicant held by the police. This check is also only available to employers.

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Frequently Asked Questions and Resources

Do you have a question about DBS checks? See the list below for our most common queries. If your question isn’t listed, please contact us.

Who should apply for a DBS check?

DBS checks are suitable for employers, contractors, volunteers, and anyone whose role requires proof of a clean record. We guide both individuals and organisations through the right level of check.

Will the process delay my start date?

Most certificates arrive within 3–5 working days after we validate your documents. Complex cases can take longer, but we keep you updated at every step.

Do I need coding skills or special software?

No extras needed. You complete our secure online form, upload the requested ID, and we handle the submission and tracking for you.

What information does my certificate show?

Basic checks list unspent convictions. Standard checks include spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and warnings. Enhanced checks add any relevant police-held information required for your role.

Where will my DBS certificate be sent?

Certificates are posted to the address you provide during the application. We’ll confirm the address before submission to avoid delays.

How long is my DBS check valid?

DBS checks have no fixed expiry, but many employers require a certificate dated within the last 12 months. You can request a fresh check anytime.

Need help with something else?

Browse our extended FAQs or reach our support team via the contact page. We’re here to help you submit correctly the first time.

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